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Review: RAT Tail Distortion Cable – A Product for a Different Mentality

Review: RAT Tail Distortion Cable – A Product for a Different Mentality

Posted October 1, 2020 at 12:58 pm | No comments

Bass players might like this for a fuzz bass option. It does have the overall distortion character and flavour of the RAT pedal, but the lack of adjustability feels somewhat limiting.

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George Thorogood Rockin’ Out in Support of the Maria Thorogood Memorial Fund for Ovarian Cancer Research

George Thorogood Rockin’ Out in Support of the Maria Thorogood Memorial Fund for Ovarian Cancer Research

Posted September 24, 2020 at 8:56 pm | No comments

For over 45 years George Thorogood and The Destroyers have travelled the globe playing gig after gig, until like all of us they were hit by COVID 19 that stopped them in their tracks. In 2019, they were on their Good to Be Bad Tour: 45 Years of Rock tour still packing venues and a dream of life in rock ‘n’ roll was a reality.

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Blue Melody “Streamed” Performance Featuring Jillian Matundan Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020!

Blue Melody “Streamed” Performance Featuring Jillian Matundan Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020!

Posted September 24, 2020 at 2:51 pm | No comments

Guitar International magazine is pl eased to announce the live-streaming of the second Blue Melody Outdoor Sessions’ show in Reston, Virginia, featuring multi-instrumentalist, Jillian Matundan, who was the recipient of two 2019 Songwriters’ Association of Washington (S.A.W.) awards.

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Legendary Bassist Leland Sklar Talks About The Immediate Family, James Taylor, Jackson Browne and More!

Legendary Bassist Leland Sklar Talks About The Immediate Family, James Taylor, Jackson Browne and More!

Posted September 15, 2020 at 5:00 am | No comments

Ranked by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the top fifty bass guitar players of all time, Sklar can count coup on laying down bass lines on such well known tracks as: “You’ve Got a Friend” (James Taylor), “Running on Empty” (Jackson Browne), “No Other” (Gene Clark) and literally thousands more by the pantheon of Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famers.

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Tom Guerra Talks About Sudden Signs of Grace, COVID-19 and Howlin’ Wolf

Tom Guerra Talks About Sudden Signs of Grace, COVID-19 and Howlin’ Wolf

Posted September 14, 2020 at 3:00 pm | One comment

Sudden Signs of Grace kicks off things right with a driving track, “It’s All in the Skies” and the album continues song after song of easy listening melodic rock, with cool hooks that draw us in track after track. Solid guitar work all around, including the sweetest thematic lick that could go on forever.

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Review: Mike Glick with Generations with their Politically Charged “Alternative Facts & Other White Lies”

Review: Mike Glick with Generations with their Politically Charged “Alternative Facts & Other White Lies”

Posted September 11, 2020 at 11:19 pm | No comments

Alternative Facts & Other White Lies by Mike Glick with Generations is a politically charged folk album based on the struggles and lives of musical ancestors. Mike is based in New York and combines stylistic elements of many other cultures into his music, making for a diverse experience.

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aliensdontringdoorbells ‘Arrival’ Debut Album Set For Release October 2

aliensdontringdoorbells ‘Arrival’ Debut Album Set For Release October 2

Posted September 3, 2020 at 4:26 pm | One comment

aliensdontringdoorbells convey an undeniable ear for melody and keen eye for the mainstream with their effortlessly timeless sound. When it comes to music, the band cites OneRepublic, Maroon 5 and Weezer amongst their influence

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AXS TV Supports 3-Hour Star Studded Farm Aid 2020 On the Road Event Sept. 26

AXS TV Supports 3-Hour Star Studded Farm Aid 2020 On the Road Event Sept. 26

Posted September 1, 2020 at 9:58 am | No comments

The 35th Annual Farm Aid 2020 On the Road virtual festival puts the spotlight on some of the biggest names in music, as they come together to raise funds and awareness for America’s hardworking farmers. Though the evening will look a bit different this year as a virtual at-home experience, Farm Aid 2020 On the Road continues the festival’s legacy of iconic artists and unforgettable performances featuring an all-star roster of over 20 artists including Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson

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William Shatner and Ritchie Blackmore Collaborate On New Single “The Thrill Is Gone”

William Shatner and Ritchie Blackmore Collaborate On New Single “The Thrill Is Gone”

Posted August 27, 2020 at 1:47 pm | No comments

Hot on the heels of the superb joint effort from William Shatner and Canned Heat comes a brand-new alliance that is sure to have music fans cheering. Former Rainbow and Deep Purple axeman, Ritchie Blackmore.

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Lzzy Hale of Haelstorm Featured as AXS TV’s New Host for A Year In Music (Bonus Video)

Lzzy Hale of Haelstorm Featured as AXS TV’s New Host for A Year In Music (Bonus Video)

Posted August 26, 2020 at 2:16 pm | No comments

Press Release Source: AXS TV AXS TV’s acclaimed rock and culture series A Year In Music returns for its third season, premiering Sunday, October 4 at 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT. In addition to 12 all-new episodes covering the landmark moments that shaped the ‘80s, ‘90s and Aughts, the series will feature a new host, Lzzy Hale—the popular […]

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